Dean, ANU College of Systems and Society

• Senior leadership opportunity at the world leading university in Australia’s capital
• Foster innovative research and engagement
• Drive outstanding outcomes for students

The ANU is a world-leading university in Australia’s capital, with excellence embedded in its approach to research and education. The ANU by 2025 Strategic Plan calls for the University to serve society through transformational research and education. As one of the great universities of the world, ANU is driven by a culture of excellence in everything we do.

The ANU College of Systems & Society hosts many of the key disciplines necessary to help design, build, regulate, and secure more inclusive, responsible, and sustainable futures.

The College leads a systems and society focus to support the ANU national mission. It uses systems-based approaches to understand and navigate global challenges through the convergence of technology, fundamental science, the natural world, and society. The College is equipped to prepare graduates who are ready to tackle and positively influence change in times of current and future complexity. 

THE DEAN, ANU COLLEGE OF SYSTEMS AND SOCIETY

Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice-President, the Dean, ANU College of Systems and Society, provides leadership to the College and across the University as a member of the University Leadership Group.

The University is looking for a dynamic leader with a distinguished record in academic leadership and a strong reputation in their field. The Dean should be an entrepreneurial and visionary leader, capable of inspiring and engaging with stakeholders across academia, government, and industry. Committed to achieving successful outcomes for both the College and the University, the Dean will play a vital role in enhancing the College's culture, performance, and sustainability through leadership, advocacy, and partnerships. The ideal candidate will be innovative, ambitious, and collaborative, with the gravitas to represent the College and the University on an international stage.

Perrett Laver is supporting ANU with this appointment. To discuss this opportunity in the strictest of confidence please contact Claudia Roth at Perrett Laver. A detailed candidate application pack including position description and selection criteria is available on request.  

E: Claudia.Roth@perrettlaver.com

T: +61 02 8075 4610

Applications close on Tuesday, 6th May 2025 at 11:55pm AEST.

All applications should be directed to Claudia.Roth@perrettlaver.com

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.